D.O.A. (1949)

"D.O.A." (1949) is a classic American film noir directed by Rudolph Maté. The film stars Edmond O'Brien as Frank Bigelow, an ordinary man whose life takes a dramatic turn when he discovers he has been fatally poisoned. The plot follows Frank as he frantically retraces his steps over the last few days, trying to uncover who poisoned him and why, all while knowing that his time is running out.

Key elements of *D.O.A.* include its suspenseful and innovative narrative structure. The film begins with Frank walking into a police station to report his own murder, and from there, the story unfolds in flashbacks. Its moody atmosphere, characteristic of the film noir genre, is enhanced by shadowy lighting, tense dialogue, and a cynical, fatalistic tone.

The movie is celebrated for its original concept and remains a quintessential example of the genre, often praised for its high tension and gripping storytelling.